Energy · North Sea, UK · United Kingdom · October 20, 2026

UK set to approve Jackdaw North Sea gas field

Reported by 2 outlets · first reported Oct 20, 1:33 PM ET

The UK government is expected to give the go-ahead to the Jackdaw gas field on Wednesday, according to the Guardian and BBC. Climate campaigners and some Labour MPs oppose the decision, which the Guardian said signals Prime Minister Andy Burnham's commitment to the North Sea industry.

Why it matters

The decision affects UK domestic gas supply during a period of high energy prices.

Background

Jackdaw is operated by Shell east of Aberdeen. Its earlier approval was challenged in court over the climate impact of burning its gas.

The story so far

1. Oct 19North Sea rig workers plan strikes that could hit UK fuel supply
2. Oct 20UK set to approve Jackdaw North Sea gas field
3. Oct 21UK approves Jackdaw North Sea gas field
4. Oct 22UK creates £2bn Energy Wealth Fund alongside Jackdaw gas approval
5. Oct 25UK cabinet split over Rosebank North Sea oilfield

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Sources

• The Guardian ↗Oct 20, 2:24 PM ET
• BBC Business ↗Oct 20, 1:33 PM ET

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